Mississippi State University

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Position: Assistant Professor
Risk Analysis / Agricultural Policy Economics
Tenure track, 9-month appointment

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Applied/Agricultural Economics or Economics, with a strong emphasis in risk analysis and/or agricultural policy economics. Outstanding oral and written communication skills are required. The successful candidate must be able to develop a nationally- and internationally-recognized research program in risk analysis and/or agricultural policy economics as evidenced by scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals. A willingness and ability to make significant contributions to interdisciplinary research efforts is also required.

Job Description: This position has a 75 percent research appointment and a 25 percent teaching appointment with both appointments focusing primarily on risk analysis and agricultural policy economics. The incumbent will be expected to bring strong quantitative and econometric skills to bear on risk analysis and agricultural policy issues. Responsibilities include: (1) development of a nationally- and internationally-recognized research program in risk analysis and/or agricultural policy economics, (2) providing high-quality undergraduate and/or graduate teaching in risk analysis and/or agricultural policy economics, and make significant contributions to the development and growth of our undergraduate majors, (3) advising of undergraduate students, (4) direction of graduate student theses, (5) development of interdisciplinary relationships with scientists in other departments, and (6) securing external research grants and contracts.

Starkville is a vibrant college town in northeast Mississippi, conveniently located 2-4.5 hours from the Gulf Coast and from many major cities including Birmingham, Memphis, New Orleans, and Atlanta. Recreational areas such as the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge, the Tombigbee National Forest, and Grenada Lake are nearby. Cost of living is approximately 14% lower than the national average, and the city hosts several events including the Cotton District Arts Festival, the Magnolia Independent Film Festival, and Bulldog Bash. Visit www.starkville.org for more information on the city and its amenities.

Applications: Applications will be received until January 12, 2017, or until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, official transcripts of all university work, and have three professional letters of reference sent to: Dr. Keith H. Coble, Department of Agricultural Economics, P.O. Box 5187, Mississippi State, MS 39762. Applicants must complete the Personal Data Information form found at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. (Search postings for PARF#493941). Inquiries can be emailed to coble@agecon.msstate.edu. More information about the Department of Agricultural Economics at Mississippi State University can be obtained via our web site at www.agecon.msstate.edu.

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population